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Another Texas migrant aid group asks a judge to push back on investigation by Republican AG
EDINBURG, Texas (AP) — A prominent aid group along the U.S.-Mexico border asked a Texas judge on Wednesday to push back on a widening Republican-led investigation into nonprofits that help migrants, weeks after a separate court rejected efforts by the state to shutter an El Paso shelter. Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley provides temporary shelter and food to as many as 2,000 migrants a day when border crossings are high. In recent months, the nonprofit and at least three others in Texas that help migrants have come under scrutiny from state officials following a directive from Republican Gov....
Rep. Ronny Jackson examined Trump after the shooting and remains by his side at the RNC
Rep. Ronny Jackson of Texas, who was Donald Trump's White House physician, examined his former patient after Saturday's assassination attempt and has remained by his side during much of the Republican National Convention, a source familiar with the situation told NBC News on Wednesday. Jackson rode in Trump's motorcade on...
Peek Inside El Paso Mansion For Sale at $2.2 Million
A historic mansion on El Paso's iconic Rim Road is up for sale and it could be yours if you happen to be in the market for a new home, and if you have a budget of $2.2 million!. I know I can't be the only one who passes through...
Charles Middle School in El Paso, Texas are enforcing a new dress code for students that will ban them from wearing black clothing and hoodies.
This news comes on the heels of school districts across the country exploring different dress codes, in order to stop distractions in the classrooms. In a letter from Principal Nick DeSantis, parents were informed that the school had adopted a new dress code based on "policy feedback from families, faculty and staff." The reason for the ban on black clothing? DeSantis wrote that the look has “taken over the campus” and is associated with “depression and mental health issues and/or criminality.”
San Elizario’s first McDonald’s dedicated; new Westside animal services center opens
This is your weekly news roundup, which takes a quick look at some developments in government, politics, education, environment and other topics across El Paso. The Lower Valley town of San Elizario opened its first-ever McDonald’s restaurant Wednesday, July 17. Newly elected San Elizario Mayor Miguel Chacon, El Paso...
ABC-7 XTRA SUNDAY: Back to school mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- School begins this Monday for students in the Clint Independent School District, and Tuesday for San Elizario district. Classes resume for the remaining districts in El Paso county over the next two weeks. Whether your child is beginning their education in Pre-K, or moving from...
El Paso Congresswoman Veronica Escobar fully supports Biden amid calls for withdrawal
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — As more democrats call on President Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race, El Paso Congresswoman Veronica Escobar said she stands behind Biden 100 percent. On Thursday, during a press conference, Escobar, who is co-chair of Biden's re-election campaign, said,. Yes, the...
Former state Rep. Pickett continues battle with city over fee in water bill
Joe Pickett was an elected as an El Paso city councilman in 1991, before serving in the Texas House of Representatives from 1995 to 2019. The same year he retired, Pickett noticed a 50% increase in the franchise fee on his water bill and went to the city to get answers.
HSI cracking down on presses used in manufacture of fentanyl pills
Jason T. Stevens, special agent in charge of the El Paso Office of Homeland Security Investigation, talks about Operation Chainbreaker. It's an initiative to crack down on importers of machine parts used to make fentanyl pill presses.
El Paso Shop Celebrates The Holiday Season All Year Round
Forget Christmas in July, how about Christmas all the time? That's what one shop in El Paso, Texas is all about!. For some, Christmas time can't come sooner! If you're always looking out for the perfect Christmas ornament, or the perfect greeting card for the season, then look no further than Sharon's Hallmark Shop in El Paso.
Connor’s Summer School: UTEP
He covers the Miners for the El Paso Times, and we ask him to tell us everything we need to know about UTEP. How’s the new coach? What style of play do the Huskers need to prepare for? And how does the team fit in Conference USA? It’s the first installment of this year’s Summer School.
Today’s national day: Sour Candy Day
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Choose your favorite sour candy and celebrate National Sour Candy Day! It awakens the taste buds and adds a punch of energy. I actually don’t like sour candy, so Sweet Tarts is as close as it gets for me. But I decided to go around the newsroom and take a poll […]
UTEP Volleyball Welcomes Alex Gantt as Graduate Assistant Coach
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The UTEP volleyball team is thrilled to announce the addition of Alex Gantt as the new graduate assistant coach. A native of Aledo, Texas, Gantt brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished playing and coaching career to the Miners. He played for a top...
ABC-7 Do-Gooder: El Paso uplifts youth while battling health struggles of her own
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- An El Pasoan with the goal of uplifting children spends her time encourages the youth through journey's of faith all the while facing a health battle of her own. "My daughter was with me, and she started to cry," That was the moment Corrine Alvarez...
El Paso chef Enrique Lozano set for second Food Network appearance with 'Chopped'
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — An El Paso chef is set to make his second appearance on the Food Network in as many months. Enrique Lozano, the executive chef behind El Paso's Ay Dios Mio, recently competed on the Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay" in May, and now, he's taking his skills to "Chopped" next week.
What El Paso mayoral campaigns have spent, who is providing support so far
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The July 15th campaign finance reports show the race for the next mayor of the city of El Paso has some recognizable names and organizations already throwing their support behind candidates. Current District 3 City Representative Cassandra Hernandez received $72,338.38 in political contributions from the start of the year through The post What El Paso mayoral campaigns have spent, who is providing support so far appeared first on KVIA.
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